Real Madrid star who did not shine against Mallorca and performed poorly offensively and defensively, Perez warns him for the last time

Real Madrid has advanced to the Spanish Super Cup final after defeating Mallorca at the King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah. The final, also held at this venue, will see Los Blancos fighting for another title, and manager Carlo Ancelotti may make one or two changes to the starting lineup, putting Ferland Mendy’s position under scrutiny.

Mendy’s performance in the Mallorca match was underwhelming both defensively and offensively, raising concerns about his role in the team. With Fran Garcia’s strong performances, Mendy’s spot in the starting XI against Barcelona is uncertain, making this final match pivotal for his future at Real Madrid. If Mendy performs well and successfully neutralizes threats like Lamine Yamal and Raphinha, he could re-establish himself as a regular starter, which would be vital for the rest of the season.

Alternatively, Ancelotti might choose to play Eduardo Camavinga, who would strengthen the defense and also contribute as a midfielder. Camavinga’s versatility could complement the attacking players like Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham, or Kylian Mbappé, which will be crucial, especially against Barcelona, a team known for controlling possession in the midfield.